We now leave the collection of psalms and return to the life of David. 

David’s son Adonijah (one of the sons born to him in Hebron) attempts to take over as king. When his attempted coup is thwarted and Adonijah’s supporters leave him, Adonijah “took hold of the horns of the altar”.
Was he seeking the Lord’s protection by holding on to the corners of the altar?

In David’s last words to his son Solomon, he tells him to destroy his enemies in order to secure peace for Solomon’s kingdom. He also mentions a man named Barzillia who was faithful to him. While he may have mentioned others that are not recorded here, it seems as if this man is highly rewarded for his faithfulness to the king.

Will we be highly rewarded for our faithfulness to THE King?